HR Executive

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Staffing
• Source, interview, and onboard skilled workers, engineers, and site staff.
• Coordinate manpower allocation across multiple projects.
• Employee Relations
• Handle grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Foster positive workplace culture and team morale.
• Compliance & Documentation
• Ensure adherence to labor laws, safety regulations, and MOM guidelines.
• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and work permits.
• Payroll & Benefits
• Administer salaries, overtime, allowances, and retention bonuses.
• Manage insurance, medical benefits, and statutory contributions (CPF, SOCSO).
• Training & Development
• Organize safety training, skills upgrading, and leadership programs.
• Support career progression pathways for site staff and professionals.
• Performance Management
• Conduct appraisals, track KPIs, and recommend promotions.
• Align employee goals with project and company objectives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Diploma/Degree in HR Management, Business, or related field.
• Experience: 2-5 years in HR, preferably in construction or engineering.
• Knowledge: Employment Act, workplace safety regulations, foreign worker policies.
• Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational ability.
• Tools: HRIS systems, payroll software, Microsoft Office.

Challenges in Construction HR

• High Turnover: Managing short-term contracts and project-based employment.
• Foreign Workforce: Handling work permits, quotas, and cultural integration.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensuring training and adherence to strict site regulations.
• Coordination: Balancing office HR policies with on-site realities.